60 http://www.prwebpodcast.com A Top 30 Stream of The American College Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com (PRWeb) podMaster@emediawire.com Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:50:55 -0700 The American College http://www.prweb.com/prwebrss.gif 130 49 http://prwebpodcast.com Copyright PRWeb International, Inc. en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss A Top 30 Stream of The American College Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb A Top 30 Stream of The American College Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com PR Web PRWeb no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/3/prweb2194674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/3/prweb2194674.htm The nation's first video on demand source of information for financial planners debuts this Monday. TheWealthChannel.com, powered by The American College, is designed to be the definitive online source of insight and knowledge into the creation of financial security through the growth, protection and distribution of savings and investments. Persons interested in visiting The Wealth Channel™ can access the site directly at TheWealthChannel.com or can click on the tab at the top of The American College's homepage at TheAmericanCollege.edu [PRWeb Mar 2, 2009] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/3/prweb2194674.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 16:24:58 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com Eric Gordon New Website: The Wealth Channel 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/11/prweb565965.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/11/prweb565965.htm Five financial experts will participate in Life Insurance Opportunities in Qualified Plans as part of The American College's nineteenth annual Henry A. Deppe Lecture. The event will be held at The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America's headquarters in New York City on Friday, November 9th. The event is free and open to the public. [PRWeb Nov 1, 2007] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/11/prweb565965.htm Thu, 1 Nov 2007 11:34:54 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com Ashley Snyder Life Insurance Opportunities in Qualified Plans to be Focus of Nineteenth Annual Henry A. Deppe Lecture 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/7/prweb541980.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/7/prweb541980.htm Financial professionals from across the country will be charting a course to Orlando, Florida this November 14th - 17th to attend The American College's 2007 Knowledge Summit. This year's event is expected to attract more than 1,200 new designees and their guests to the Hilton Resort at Walt Disney World® for a series of high-impact speakers and information-rich seminars. For more information, visit www.TheAmericanCollege.edu. [PRWeb Jul 25, 2007] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/7/prweb541980.htm Tue, 24 Jul 2007 16:31:28 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com Eric B. Gordon The Role of Women as Financial Professionals and Affluent Consumers to be Featured at The American College's 2007 Knowledge Summit 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/2/prweb503219.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/2/prweb503219.htm The second annual "Strategies to Be a Successful African-American Financial Services Professional," sponsored by MetLife and hosted by The American College, will be held at the Gregg Conference Center on the campus of The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Due to the success of last year's event, the conference has been extended from March 20 to March 22, 2007, and will provide African-American financial professionals with the tools and techniques they need to take their practices to the next level. For more information visit http://www.theamericancollege.edu/nextlevel [PRWeb Feb 7, 2007] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/2/prweb503219.htm Wed, 7 Feb 2007 16:18:50 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com www.TheAmericanCollege.edu/nextlevel. Guests in need of accommodations may stay at the Gregg Conference Center for an additional cost or may set up hotel reservations. Attendees requiring overnight accommodations are encouraged to register early as the number of rooms at the Gregg Center is limited. For more information on "Strategies to Be a Successful Financial Services Professional," or to register for the event, contact Wendy Sutowski, Manager -- Special Events at The American College at 610-526-1204 or e-mail her at Wendy.Sutowski@TheAmericanCollege.edu. MetLife is a subsidiary of MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), a leading provider of insurance and financial services with operations throughout the United States and the Latin America,... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/2/prweb503219.htm]]> Eric B. Gordon "Taking Your Practice to the Next Level" to be the Focus of The American College's and MetLife's Second Annual Educational Event for African-American Financial Services Professionals www.TheAmericanCollege.edu/nextlevel. Guests in need of accommodations may stay at the Gregg Conference Center for an additional cost or may set up hotel reservations. Attendees requiring overnight accommodations are encouraged to register early as the number of rooms at the Gregg Center is limited. For more information on "Strategies to Be a Successful Financial Services Professional," or to register for the event, contact Wendy Sutowski, Manager -- Special Events at The American College at 610-526-1204 or e-mail her at Wendy.Sutowski@TheAmericanCollege.edu. MetLife is a subsidiary of MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), a leading provider of insurance and financial services with operations throughout the United States and the Latin America,... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/2/prweb503219.htm]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/1/prweb498545.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/1/prweb498545.htm The American College, the nation's leading financial services educator, will celebrate its annual event, National Financial Awareness Day on Tuesday, March 6, 2007. During this event, professional financial advisors that have graduated from The College will unite in nationwide effort to answer consumer questions, offer individual counseling and sponsor informational seminars on a pro-bono basis. This national initiative is designed to enhance consumers' financial security. For more information, visit www.TheAmericanCollege.edu [PRWeb Jan 19, 2007] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/1/prweb498545.htm Fri, 19 Jan 2007 15:31:46 -0800 podcrew@extrahoop.com www.TheAmericanCollege.edu American College graduates will provide consumers nationwide with the opportunity to learn more about their personal finances by answering questions, offering informational seminars, and providing free individual counseling in an effort to increase awareness of the importance of financial planning. This year's focus will help consumers become more aware of the need to secure their income against unexpected life events. Activities associated with National Financial Awareness Day are being offered as a free public service and are designed to help individuals create a lifetime of financial security. "Disability income insurance is essential income protection," said Larry Barton, PhD., President and Chief Executive Officer of The American College. "Disabilities can be serious financial setbacks. The average person doesn't fully appreciate how a debilitating injury can impact one's ability to meet everyday expenses." "We encourage people to begin preparing now with proper assistance from a qualified American College graduate," continued Barton. "A credentialed professional advisor can open the door to financial security." The Event: The American College's National Financial Awareness Day All American College alumni are invited to participate in this event. Alumni interested in participating should contact The American College Alumni Association at 610-526-1477 or e-mail Wendy Sutowski, Manager, Special Events, to sign up. Consumers can also find information about participating financial advisors and setting up appointments to meet with advisors in their local areas at www.TheAmericanCollege.edu. This annual event coincides with what would have been the 125th birthday of The American College founder, Solomon S. Huebner. Dr. Huebner was a renowned financial educator whose theories about the human life value concept revolutionized the financial services industry. Building on the foundation created by Dr. Huebner, The American College today provides education to professionals working in insurance, securities, banking and accounting. The American College is the nation's leading non-profit educator of professionals in the insurance and financial services industry. Located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, The College is a public charity founded in 1927 and accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The American College offers an array of specialized designation programs, Master of Science degrees in several disciplines and customized continuing education programs predominantly on a distance education basis for those pursuing a career in financial services. For more information, visit www.TheAmericanCollege.edu # # #]]> Eric B. Gordon The American College's National Financial Awareness Day to Help Consumers Create Financial Security www.TheAmericanCollege.edu American College graduates will provide consumers nationwide with the opportunity to learn more about their personal finances by answering questions, offering informational seminars, and providing free individual counseling in an effort to increase awareness of the importance of financial planning. This year's focus will help consumers become more aware of the need to secure their income against unexpected life events. Activities associated with National Financial Awareness Day are being offered as a free public service and are designed to help individuals create a lifetime of financial security. "Disability income insurance is essential income protection," said Larry Barton, PhD., President and Chief Executive Officer of The American College. "Disabilities can be serious financial setbacks. The average person doesn't fully appreciate how a debilitating injury can impact one's ability to meet everyday expenses." "We encourage people to begin preparing now with proper assistance from a qualified American College graduate," continued Barton. "A credentialed professional advisor can open the door to financial security." The Event: The American College's National Financial Awareness Day All American College alumni are invited to participate in this event. Alumni interested in participating should contact The American College Alumni Association at 610-526-1477 or e-mail Wendy Sutowski, Manager, Special Events, to sign up. Consumers can also find information about participating financial advisors and setting up appointments to meet with advisors in their local areas at www.TheAmericanCollege.edu. This annual event coincides with what would have been the 125th birthday of The American College founder, Solomon S. Huebner. Dr. Huebner was a renowned financial educator whose theories about the human life value concept revolutionized the financial services industry. Building on the foundation created by Dr. Huebner, The American College today provides education to professionals working in insurance, securities, banking and accounting. The American College is the nation's leading non-profit educator of professionals in the insurance and financial services industry. Located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, The College is a public charity founded in 1927 and accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The American College offers an array of specialized designation programs, Master of Science degrees in several disciplines and customized continuing education programs predominantly on a distance education basis for those pursuing a career in financial services. For more information, visit www.TheAmericanCollege.edu # # #]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/9/prweb431825.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/9/prweb431825.htm More than 76 million baby boomers are preparing for retirement. With an estimated $4.4 trillion of investable assets and possible inheritances estimated at $7.2 trillion, this population represents an unprecedented opportunity for financial advisors interested in serving the needs of mature Americans. To help producers excel in this environment, The American College is offering a one-day information packed seminar called “Competitive IRA Strategies – The Edge You Need!” on November 7, 2006 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Westin St. Francis hotel in San Francisco, California. For more information visit www.TheAmericanCollege.edu [PRWeb Sep 5, 2006] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/9/prweb431825.htm Tue, 5 Sep 2006 12:30:23 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com www.TheAmericanCollege.edu “Financial advisors will have to compete for baby boomer clients in the coming years,” said Larry Barton, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of The American College. “Those advisors who have invested in education will have the knowledge needed to provide affluent baby-boomer clients with strategic financial solutions. Knowledge provides today’s financial practitioners with an indispensable competitive edge.” The educational program is designed for financial advisors working with clients who have accumulated significant pension assets. Attendees will participate in in-depth, high impact learning sessions that examine the tax treatment of pension distributions and IRA rollovers; investment and withdrawal strategies during retirement; and estate planning concerns unique to individuals with significant pension and IRA assets. Other topics covered by the seminar address how to: · Increase a client’s nest egg just prior to retirement. · Minimize taxes upon withdrawal. · Plan under the required minimum distribution rules. · Choose a safe withdrawal rate. · Identify the assets to spend down during retirement. · Use life insurance as a powerful pension distribution-planning tool. The American College’s nationally renowned faculty will present this intensive and rewarding educational event. These individuals are recognized as some of the financial services industry’s preeminent scholars in their areas of expertise. Individuals interested in registering for the event can visit http://www.TheAmericanCollege.edu/edge/default.asp The $299 all-inclusive fee for the event includes all necessary materials, breaks and lunch. Individuals attending The American College’s 2006 Symposium and Commencement are eligible to receive a $100 discount on the registration fee for this IRA seminar. Symposium attendees who sign up for this event will also receive complementary admission to the 18th Annual Henry A. Deppe Lecture – a presentation devoted to pension and retirement security issues on November 8. The American College is the nation’s leading non-profit educator of professionals in the insurance and financial services industry. Located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, The College is a public charity founded in 1927 and accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The American College offers an array of specialized designation programs, Master of Science degrees in several disciplines and customized continuing education programs predominantly on a distance education basis for those pursuing a career in financial services. For more information, visit www.TheAmericanCollege.edu # # #]]> Eric Gordon The American College to Provide Financial Advisors With 'The Edge You Need’ www.TheAmericanCollege.edu “Financial advisors will have to compete for baby boomer clients in the coming years,” said Larry Barton, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of The American College. “Those advisors who have invested in education will have the knowledge needed to provide affluent baby-boomer clients with strategic financial solutions. Knowledge provides today’s financial practitioners with an indispensable competitive edge.” The educational program is designed for financial advisors working with clients who have accumulated significant pension assets. Attendees will participate in in-depth, high impact learning sessions that examine the tax treatment of pension distributions and IRA rollovers; investment and withdrawal strategies during retirement; and estate planning concerns unique to individuals with significant pension and IRA assets. Other topics covered by the seminar address how to: · Increase a client’s nest egg just prior to retirement. · Minimize taxes upon withdrawal. · Plan under the required minimum distribution rules. · Choose a safe withdrawal rate. · Identify the assets to spend down during retirement. · Use life insurance as a powerful pension distribution-planning tool. The American College’s nationally renowned faculty will present this intensive and rewarding educational event. These individuals are recognized as some of the financial services industry’s preeminent scholars in their areas of expertise. Individuals interested in registering for the event can visit http://www.TheAmericanCollege.edu/edge/default.asp The $299 all-inclusive fee for the event includes all necessary materials, breaks and lunch. Individuals attending The American College’s 2006 Symposium and Commencement are eligible to receive a $100 discount on the registration fee for this IRA seminar. Symposium attendees who sign up for this event will also receive complementary admission to the 18th Annual Henry A. Deppe Lecture – a presentation devoted to pension and retirement security issues on November 8. The American College is the nation’s leading non-profit educator of professionals in the insurance and financial services industry. Located in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, The College is a public charity founded in 1927 and accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The American College offers an array of specialized designation programs, Master of Science degrees in several disciplines and customized continuing education programs predominantly on a distance education basis for those pursuing a career in financial services. For more information, visit www.TheAmericanCollege.edu # # #]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/financial/planning/prweb415888.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/financial/planning/prweb415888.htm Approximately 3,000 new designees and their guests are expected to attend The American College’s 2006 Symposium and Commencement Event in San Francisco, November 8-10, 2006. The multi-day event will feature a series of high-impact speakers and information-packed seminars along with a superb commencement ceremony celebrating the educational achievements of some of the nation’s most knowledgeable financial service professionals [PRWeb Jul 26, 2006] http://www.prweb.com/releases/financial/planning/prweb415888.htm Tue, 25 Jul 2006 15:38:26 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com The American College’s 2006 Symposium and Commencement Event in San Francisco, November 8-10, 2006. The multi-day event will feature a series of high-impact speakers and information-packed seminars along with a superb commencement ceremony celebrating the educational achievements of some of the nation’s most knowledgeable financial service professionals. “Professionals who hold designations and degrees from The American College represent the industry’s finest,” said Larry Barton, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of The American College. “More graduates from The College have gone on to become Presidents and CEOs of major financial industry companies and professional associations than from any other institution of higher learning.” “Since our graduates are some of the nation’s financial leaders, we wanted to create a dynamic educational event that provided in-depth knowledge that both experienced graduates and new professionals would find rewarding,” continued Barton. “The slate of speakers and seminars at this year’s Symposium and Commencement will provide attendees with the latest information on industry trends and opportunities with a special emphasis on baby boomers and their financial needs.” Highlights of the pre-symposium activities include Residency I and II for the MSFS degree. These intensive multi-day classroom learning sessions will be offered prior to commencement. This allows students who have completed the self-study requirements to participate in the commencement ceremonies immediately following the residency program. The American College’s pre-symposium activities will also feature three dynamic educational lectures. Faculty members Ted Kurlowicz, JD, LLM, CLU, ChFC, AEP, David Littell, JD and Walt Woerheide, PhD, CFP will be presenting the program, “Competitive Retirement and IRA Strategies – The Edge You Need!” The presentation will enlighten attendees on the latest techniques for financial advisers working with clients who have accumulated significant pension assets. The 18th Annual Henry A. Deppe Lecture will feature guest speakers Andrew J. Fair, Esq. from Fair, Fitzgerald & Hershaft, P.C.; Stephen W. Forbes, J.D., LL.M. from SunGard Relius Education; and Nancy Harms, Esq. and Sheila Hickey, CPC from Shadow Advisors and IM Advanced Planning & Professional Services. The lecture is devoted to pensions and retirement security issues, and is named for Henry A. Deppe, CLU, a widely recognized and respected financial adviser. The featured presenter at the Richard A. Liddy Lecture will be Kevin C. Eichner, President and CEO of Enterprise Financial Services Corp. His presentation “Building a High Performance Organization” will focus on leadership methods and the best practices employed by top executives to facilitate change and improve performance. Kicking off the symposium activities on November 8 will be an exciting Mexican fiesta. This opening reception is designed to delight with a series of special entertainment surprises awaiting the attendees. The following day begins with the President’s Breakfast and Alumni Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and will feature Dave Casper, CLU, ChFC, famous NFL tight end with the Oakland Raiders. Casper was inducted into the NFL... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/financial/planning/prweb415888.htm]]> Eric Gordon The American College to Hold 2006 Symposium and Commencement in San Francisco The American College’s 2006 Symposium and Commencement Event in San Francisco, November 8-10, 2006. The multi-day event will feature a series of high-impact speakers and information-packed seminars along with a superb commencement ceremony celebrating the educational achievements of some of the nation’s most knowledgeable financial service professionals. “Professionals who hold designations and degrees from The American College represent the industry’s finest,” said Larry Barton, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of The American College. “More graduates from The College have gone on to become Presidents and CEOs of major financial industry companies and professional associations than from any other institution of higher learning.” “Since our graduates are some of the nation’s financial leaders, we wanted to create a dynamic educational event that provided in-depth knowledge that both experienced graduates and new professionals would find rewarding,” continued Barton. “The slate of speakers and seminars at this year’s Symposium and Commencement will provide attendees with the latest information on industry trends and opportunities with a special emphasis on baby boomers and their financial needs.” Highlights of the pre-symposium activities include Residency I and II for the MSFS degree. These intensive multi-day classroom learning sessions will be offered prior to commencement. This allows students who have completed the self-study requirements to participate in the commencement ceremonies immediately following the residency program. The American College’s pre-symposium activities will also feature three dynamic educational lectures. Faculty members Ted Kurlowicz, JD, LLM, CLU, ChFC, AEP, David Littell, JD and Walt Woerheide, PhD, CFP will be presenting the program, “Competitive Retirement and IRA Strategies – The Edge You Need!” The presentation will enlighten attendees on the latest techniques for financial advisers working with clients who have accumulated significant pension assets. The 18th Annual Henry A. Deppe Lecture will feature guest speakers Andrew J. Fair, Esq. from Fair, Fitzgerald & Hershaft, P.C.; Stephen W. Forbes, J.D., LL.M. from SunGard Relius Education; and Nancy Harms, Esq. and Sheila Hickey, CPC from Shadow Advisors and IM Advanced Planning & Professional Services. The lecture is devoted to pensions and retirement security issues, and is named for Henry A. Deppe, CLU, a widely recognized and respected financial adviser. The featured presenter at the Richard A. Liddy Lecture will be Kevin C. Eichner, President and CEO of Enterprise Financial Services Corp. His presentation “Building a High Performance Organization” will focus on leadership methods and the best practices employed by top executives to facilitate change and improve performance. Kicking off the symposium activities on November 8 will be an exciting Mexican fiesta. This opening reception is designed to delight with a series of special entertainment surprises awaiting the attendees. The following day begins with the President’s Breakfast and Alumni Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and will feature Dave Casper, CLU, ChFC, famous NFL tight end with the Oakland Raiders. Casper was inducted into the NFL... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/financial/planning/prweb415888.htm]]> 00:15:00 no